Natural Turf Cricket Surfaces
total-play Ltd has cricket in its blood; MD David Bates is a former cricketer who spent time as head groundsman at Northamptonshire C.C.C. before establishing the company.
Over the years, total-play has built a team of individuals who are not only experts in their field but who share a genuine passion for the game.
total-play now offers a complete range of grounds related products and services to clubs of all levels across the UK. From consultancy through to design, groundwork and installation of both natural and non-turf surfaces, total-play can provide clubs with a solution to meets their needs; including complete new practice or match facilities, bespoke systems and refurbishment.
Performance quality reports & Feasibility Studies for squares and outfields
Undertaking a grounds work project is a serious capital investment. total-play can help to ensure that square and outfield projects – whether involving the construction of a new natural playing surface from scratch or the refurbishment of existing facilities – are carried out in the most efficient manner; maximising performance and delivering true value for money by carrying out independent performance quality reports and feasibility studies.
Performance quality reports for squares and outfields
total-play’s expert team will carry out an in-depth study of existing surfaces to gauge their performance in-line with the demands of the game at the club’s level of play.
Following a series of rigorous tests, a report will be compiled to advise on the recommended course of action; whether it be to leave the surface as it stands, undertake repair works or to embark on a major refurbishment or reconstruction project, clubs can rest assured of a professional, honest opinion to help guide them in their decision-making process.
Feasibility studies for squares and outfields
To ensure that natural surface refurbishment projects come in on time, on budget and perform to the required standard, undertaking a project feasibility study is key. The feasibility study takes into account a broad range of factors from the earliest stage and, drawing on its vast experience, the total-play team is ideally placed to carry out such studies on behalf of cricket clubs playing from grass roots to professional standard.
The in-depth study takes into account individual project objectives alongside the site’s physical considerations, such as drainage and soil type, to produce a workable design. This not only helps take a weight of the client’s shoulders but reduces the risk factor involved in undertaking what is likely to be a significant capital investment.
Square construction
The construction of natural cricket squares is a speciality of the total-play team and, over the years, we have worked on squares for clubs both amateur and professional.
Every ground is different and our expert team is well prepared for dealing with whatever nature throws at us. We plan meticulously to ensure that construction techniques take into account the natural lay of the land and specify materials to ensure that the finished square offers uniform play, optimum ball bounce and a turf that will perform well and last for many years if properly maintained.
End of season renovation, including surface refurbishments (suggest menu link: Surface refurbishment)
By the end of a busy playing season, cricket grounds are in need of some serious TLC to help see them through the winter months and ensure that they are in optimum condition the following spring for the summer ahead. Add into the mix extreme seasonal variations - from hot and dry (or very wet!) summers to long, cold winters - and it’s even more important to plan ahead and undertake renovation and refurbishments out of season.
From basic, general grounds maintenance tasks through to full pitch refurbishment and renovation projects, the total-play team can offer expert advice, support and a full range of services to ensure that your ground is in the best possible shape for the next season.
Outfield construction
The construction of a new outfield represents not only a significant investment but, if done properly, requires extensive research and preparation. total-play can provide a complete ‘turnkey’ solution; from performance and feasibility studies through to specification and construction using its own experienced team of ground workers.
Alternatively, the construction team can be appointed to undertake works based on a pre-agreed specification; undertaking every stage from ground preparation, earthworks and drainage through to re-seeding.
Outfield drainage
A well-drained outfield is essential to ensure consistent, uninterrupted play. Whether you are looking to install an entirely new drainage system, would like an existing system overhauled or would simply like advice on what outfield drainage solution would be best for your ground, total-play is ideally placed to assist.
Drainage projects are serious undertakings that require precise planning; taking into account the geography of the site and also the budget of the club seeking assistance. total-play can provide a solution that starts with the relevant studies and goes right through to installation and project completion; drawing on the team’s vast experience to recommend the best solution to the challenges faced by individual situations.
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